Page 3 - Barrow Fire News Today : Breaking News, Live Updates & Top Stories | Vimarsana

A fire involving 10,000 tonnes of rubbish was tackled by firefighters in Barrow.

TEENAGERS from Barrow have taken part in a firefighter course giving them an insight into what it’s like being a modern day Firefighter.

BARROW's fire and rescue team are running a firefighter experience course for young adults.

Intentional fire at Barrow playground caused £20,000 damage Picture: Barrow Fire Station An intentional fire at a playground in Barrow is believed to have caused more than £20,000 in damage. Police are investigating an incident of arson at the playground on Stanley Road at about 7.30pm on May 10. During the incident, part of the slide was set alight and the blaze quickly spread to the climbing frame. It is believed that five people were involved in the incident and anyone who is able to identify them is urged to get in touch. The damage caused is believed to be in excess of £20,000.

Barrow playground fire: Police confirm arson probe Picture: Barrow Fire Station Police have confirmed that they are investigating a fire at a children’s play area in Barrow as a suspected act of arson. The incident happened at the playground on Stanley Road in the town at 7.30pm yesterday. A Barrow Fire Station post on Facebook said: “Unfortunately we are reporting another deliberate fire in the Barrow area tonight. “Attended and extinguished by crews from Barrow. Sad to see that on this occasion a local children’s play area has been targeted. Please share. Help us #KeepCumbriaSafe....